{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Sh$t Show with Joe Bosco","title":"From Wall Street to 'Call of Doody'","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1610,"description":"\nWelcome to the inaugural episode of \"The Shit Show with Joe,\" where your host, Joe Bosco, delves into the unexpectedly lucrative world of pet waste removal. Joined by his friends Brian, Joe, and his son Doug, Joe embarks on a candid discussion about starting your own business in this niche, the adventures that come with it, and why it's crucial never to open your mouth when changing a pet station bag.\n\nEpisode Highlights:\n\nIntroduction to the Pet Waste Removal Business: Joe shares his journey from working on Wall Street to founding Yard Sweepers, a successful pet waste removal company, in the wake of 9/11. Discover how a simple act of going to the bathroom at an apartment complex led to a booming business venture.\nThe Business Model: Learn about the initial challenges and eventual success in shifting focus from residential to apartment communities. Joe emphasizes the importance of customer service and the unexpected volume of business from trade shows.\nGrowth and Franchising: Joe discusses the significant growth of Yard Sweepers over 18 years, the decision to franchise, and the family-oriented team dynamic that prospective franchisees can expect.\nDay-to-Day Adventures: From bizarre requests to combat encounters with red ants in flip-flops, Joe recounts the humorous and sometimes gross realities of the job.\nBusiness Insights: Joe provides valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in the pet waste removal industry, highlighting the importance of customer relationships, employee compensation, and the personal qualities that make someone successful in this field.\nTwo Truths and a Lie – Dog Poop Edition: In a lighter segment, Joe plays a game with Brian, debunking common myths about dog waste and sharing surprising facts.\nClosing Thoughts: Joe encourages listeners with entrepreneurial spirits to consider the pet waste removal business as a viable and rewarding venture, mentioning Erica Cruin's podcast \"The Scoop\" as another resource for insights into the industry.\n...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/T97qPwxOvnjEjxKvH0HmzmFo_YuTMKDInuzjGWWbweQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzUwNzUxLzE3MTE0/ODE4NDUtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}